Horst "Butch" Werner Obstoj
October 21, 2026
Horst “Butch” Obstoj
September 23, 1943 – October 21, 2026
Horst “Butch” Obstoj, 83, of Harker Heights, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2026.
Butch was born on September 23, 1943, in Beuthen, Germany, to Hildegard and James Minter. He graduated from Würzburg American High School in Germany with the Class of 1962. After high school, he served his country for six years...
Doris Jean Bennight
October 20, 2026
Doris Jean Poncik Bennight, passed away on October 20, 2026, in Holland, Texas. She was born on May 10, 1940, in George West, Texas, and lived a life centered on family, hard work, and finding beauty in the world around her.
Jean was educated in Little River Academy, Texas, and went on to build a life marked by dedication and steady...
David Lee Null
October 15, 2026
Command Sergeant Major David Lee Null. U.S. Army (Retired) August 20, 1966-October 15, 2026
Then one of the servants answered and said, “Look, I have seen a son of Jesse the Bethlehemite, who is skillful in playing, a mighty man of valor, a man of war, prudent in speech, and a handsome person; and the LORD is with him.” 1...
Charles Anthony Caldwell
October 12, 2026
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Mary Beck
October 12, 2026
Mary Alice Ingram Beck, age 88, of Harker Heights, Texas, passed away on October 12, 2026. She was born on November 14, 1937, in Black Oak, Arkansas, to Oscar and Ida Mangrum Ingram.
Mary will be remembered for her strong devotion to her family and friends. She loved shopping, bingo games, puzzles, and going out for dinner. She retired from Southwestern...
Cecil Taylor
October 12, 2026
Cecil Taylor, known to many simply as Cecil "Tom" passed away on October 12, 2026, in Temple, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of service, hard work, faith, and quiet dedication to others.He was born on November 13, 1949, in Ingram, Kentucky, and carried the values of his upbringing with him throughout his life. Cecil grew up with a strong sense...
Charlie Tyrone Williams
October 6, 2026
In Loving Memory of Charlie Tyrone Williams
June 30, 1974 – October 6, 2026
Charlie Tyrone Williams passed away on October 6, 2026, in Temple, Texas. Born on June 30, 1974, in Macon, Georgia, Charlie lived a life defined by service, dedication, compassion, and an unwavering love for family and friends.
Charlie attended Jones County High School before proudly serving his country in...
Marie Fraga
October 2, 2026
Rose Marie Fraga, lovingly known as Marie, passed away on October 2, 2026, in Temple, Texas, at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
Marie was born on March 17, 1950, in Temple, Texas, to the late Natividad Rodriguez and Felisita Rodriguez. A lifetime resident of Belton, where she was raised with strong family values...
Lawanda Joann Alley
October 1, 2026
Lawanda Joann Alley, known lovingly to her family as Neno and to many as Joann, was born on June 14, 1937, in Waco, Texas, and passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026, in Temple, Texas. She lived a life marked by grace, purpose, and quiet strength, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire all who knew her.
Joann carried herself...
George Edward Cochran
September 29, 2026
George Edward Cochran
George was born in Pounding Mill, Virginia in 1940. He had many fond memories of the time at home and with his siblings.
George enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1958. In the 1960’s, while stationed in Germany, George met his wife, Walburga.
The couple went on to have three children, providing many years of memories and family traditions.
They spent...
Jon Nicholas Hooge
September 28, 2026
Jon “Nick” Nicholas Hooge, 47, passed away on September 28, 2026, in Round Rock, Texas. Born on May 31, 1979, in Port Arthur, Texas, Nick lived a life defined by courage, determination, and an unwavering devotion to the people he loved.
From an early age, Nick carried within him a strong sense of purpose. He proudly served in the United States...
David Christiansen
September 28, 2026
David John Christiansen, age 56, of Temple, Texas, passed away on September 27, 2026, leaving behind a life marked by hard work, devotion, and the love of family and friends. He was born on February 3, 1970, in Houston, Texas, and carried with him throughout his life the strength, humor, and generous spirit that those who knew him came to...
Dwayne Allen Bartek
September 22, 2026
Dwayne Allan Bartek, age 57, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 22, 2026, in Belton, Texas. He was born on February 7, 1969, in Temple, Texas, to James and Kitty Jo Bartek.
Dwayne was born and raised in Temple, and he earned his GED through the Windham School District. He spent most of his working life as a roofing...
Jack Laverne Howell
September 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jack Laverne Howell
Jack Laverne Howell, known to many as Jack or Jake, was born on September 12, 1959, in Fort Ord, California, and passed away on September 22, 2026, in Killeen, Texas.
Jack lived a life marked by devotion to his family, hard work, and a warm spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. He...
Ashley Leann Nance-Karl
September 17, 2026
Ashley Leann Nance-Karl, lovingly known as Ashley, was tragically taken from this world far too soon on September 17, 2026, in Troy, Texas, at the age of 38. Born on November 8, 1987, in Temple, Texas, Ashley lived a life filled with love, laughter, strength, and a spirit that was impossible to forget.
Her family described Ashley as “the loud light...
Cathy Lee Schreifels
September 17, 2026
Cathy Lee Schreifels, 74, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, in Temple, Texas after an extended illness. Born on September 21, 1951, in Corsicana, Texas, Cathy was the daughter of the late Robert and Erma Grantham. She grew up in Alice, Texas and graduated from William Adams High School in 1970.
She was a Christian, and her family takes comfort...
Marietta Mutter
September 15, 2026
Marietta Mutter, born January 7, 1948, in Mosbach, Germany, passed away on September 15, 2026, in Belton, Texas.
Her life was shaped by both scholarship and service. She studied at Heidelberg University, an experience that reflected her intellect and her enduring connection to language and learning. She later devoted 15 years to teaching as a German language instructor at Fort Hood,...
Lawrence & Susan Harris
September 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lawrence Douglas & Susan Annette HarrisLawrence “Larry” Harris, born March 25, 1948, in Waco, Texas, and Susan Harris, born November 7, 1949, in Bryan, Texas, passed away together in their home on September 15, 2026.Larry and Susan were married on October 24, 1969, and shared nearly 57 years of marriage. Together, they built a beautiful life...
Linda Elise Ratliff
September 14, 2026
Linda Elise Ratliff, known by all as "Elise", 83, of Temple passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on September 14, 2026. She was born on April 3, 1943 to James and Lucille Pylate in Jackson Mississippi. She married Donald "Don" Clifford Ratliff on November 25th, 1972 in San Antonio. She lived a life defined by her quiet...
Feliciano Rivas Soto
September 13, 2026
Feliciano Rivas Soto, affectionately known as “Chano,” passed away unexpectedly on September 13, 2026, in Moody, Texas. Born on June 9, 1953, in Mexico, to Jesus and Petra Rivas, Chano lived a life firmly rooted in faith, family, hard work, and a deep love for the land.
One of 12 children, Chano grew up in Durango, Mexico, surrounded by the strength...